Campus Police Officer — Protect, Serve & Engage

Commonwealth of VA Careers

Richmond (VA)

On-site

USD 61,000 - 65,000

Full time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits
Paid annual leave
Tuition benefits
Retirement planning
Employee discounts
Well-being resources
Career development

Job summary

VCU Police in downtown Richmond is seeking Police Officers to join a premier campus safety team responsible for protecting students, staff, patients, and visitors. Officers patrol on foot, bicycle, and in cars, respond to complaints, and produce reports.

With 97 sworn officers and 40+ civilians, the unit emphasizes all-out community policing across two campuses. The department offers a competitive starting salary of $61,000–$65,000, along with robust benefits including tuition waiver, health

Qualifications

  • Must be Virginia DCJS certified or able to obtain certification within 2 years.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness to work shifts including nights, weekends, holidays.
  • At least 21 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
  • Valid state driver’s license with a good driving record; U.S. citizenship required.
  • Clean criminal record with no felonies or crimes of moral turpitude.
  • Ability to work respectfully with a diverse community.
  • Ability to work during university closures due to weather or emergencies.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

  • Patrol on foot, bicycle, and in automobiles to ensure campus security.
  • Respond to complaints and requests from the university community; generate reports.
  • Conduct field contacts and self-initiated activities; respond to radio dispatched calls.
  • Support an all-out community policing mission across two campuses in a diverse setting.
  • Participate in the selection process and pre-employment requirements as part of recruitment for officers.

Skills

Written communication
Verbal communication
High-stress environment
Community policing

Education

Virginia DCJS certified Law-Enforcement Officer
Two years of college education or equivalent experience

Job description

VCU Police in downtown Richmond is seeking Police Officers to join a premier campus safety team responsible for protecting students, staff, patients, and visitors. Officers patrol on foot, bicycle, and in cars, respond to complaints, and produce reports.

With 97 sworn officers and 40+ civilians, the unit emphasizes all-out community policing across two campuses. The department offers a competitive starting salary of $61,000–$65,000, along with robust benefits including tuition waiver, health

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